The Destination Restaurants in WA Worthy of a Road Trip

Western Australia’s food scene is pure magic—a wild, abundant playground where renowned chefs turn pristine local produce into something unforgettable. But some restaurants go beyond the plate, offering jaw-dropping settings that demand a place on every traveller’s bucket list. Picture long lunches above rolling vineyards, sea spray on your skin as you feast by turquoise shores, or campfire flames licking at wood-fired feasts under a desert sky. Here, dining is an experience—one where the land, the ocean, and the plate collide in perfect harmony.

These are WA’s ultimate destination restaurants—where food and place become one.

ilma Beach House

Perched on the sands of Bunker Bay, ilma Beach House is where Mediterranean elegance meets barefoot luxury. The Meelup Farmhouse team has reimagined this coastal gem, crafting a space that hums with Malta beach club charm—think sun-bleached stone, wicker furnishings, and panoramic ocean views. The menu is a love letter to the sea, with swordfish carpaccio, crayfish linguine, and a classic prawn cocktail that nods to nostalgia. Cocktails flow effortlessly—Palomas, Peach Bellinis, Amaretto Sours—while the scent of salt air and flowering coastal natives lingers. Here, time slows, and indulgence feels like second nature. Beachside dining, perfected.

Farm Break Lane, Naturaliste, WA

Isola Bar e Cibo

Swap the car for the ferry and soak in the magic that is Isola Bar e Cibo. There’s something deeply special about sipping a negroni as golden hour casts its glow over the Indian Ocean, and this is the place to be. Right on the sand on the edge of Rottnest’s Thomson Bay, this modern Italian spot brings luscious Amalfi Coast vibes to our beloved island paradise. Savour plates of burrata with heirloom tomatoes, silky squid ink linguine, and fresh oysters, all served in an airy, beachfront setting. 

Corner Bedford Avenue & Colebatch Avenue, Rottnest Island

Glenarty Road

A working farm, vineyard, and award-winning restaurant rolled into one, the paddock-to-plate philosophy is a way of life at Glenarty Road. Set on a fifth-generation farm in Karridale, just south of Margaret River, it’s earthy, immersive, and an experience you won’t forget in a hurry. Feast on slow-cooked lamb raised onsite, sip house-made wines, and wander the veggie garden between courses. It’s rustic-luxe dining at its most authentic, and one of WA’s most celebrated regional kitchens.

70 Glenarty Road, Karridale

Millbrook Winery

Just a 45-minute drive from Perth, Millbrook Winery is perfection for lovers of  long lunches, excellent wine and lush vineyard views. Surrounded by forest, orchards and a picturesque lake, this gorgeous winery is home to a multi-award-winning restaurant that’s truly paddock-to-plate. The menu changes weekly depending on what’s ripe in their sprawling kitchen garden. Sit out on the deck, sip your wine and soak in the scenery. Bliss.

Old Chestnut Lane, Jarrahdale

Monty’s Leap

Monty’s Leap is a relaxed fine-dining restaurant and cellar door that welcomes you with its warm, unassuming charm and beautiful, rural setting. The menu draws inspiration from the region’s bounty; dishes celebrate quality seasonal ingredients grown by local producers, and food is hearty, farmhouse-style. Whether it’s the delicate sweetness of freshly caught seafood or the earthy richness of seasonal vegetables, this is one of Albany’s best. 

45821 South Coast Highway Kalgan, Albany

Busselton Pavilion

From the line-caught local seafood to the inventive house cocktails, every aspect of the dining experience at the Busselton Pavilion is designed to evoke that laidback, elevated coastal vibe we love about the South West. Located in the Busselton Central redevelopment, this brand-new 500-person mega-venue includes a central bar and an open dining room as well as an al fresco area, a mezzanine and even an attached wine store.

Busselton Central, 30 Kent Street, Busselton

Liberte

In the heart of Albany, Liberte has long been on the list of the South West’s best restaurants. Inside the historic London Hotel, Liberte is a wine and cocktail bar that feels adorably Parisian. You’ll be utterly blown away by the phenomenal French-Vietnamese fusion food, that’s all designed to share. This is a fun, sophisticated and welcoming space to sit, sip and enjoy.

162 Stirling Terrace, Albany

Vasse Felix 

The OG of Margaret River’s vineyards, Vasse Felix is iconic. Established in 1967, this historic estate laid the groundwork for Margaret River’s rise as one of the world’s premier wine regions. The Vasse Felix restaurant is one of Australia’s most awarded destinations and offers a dining experience that is as refined as it is relaxed. The modern Australian menu showcases superb regional produce in a contemporary, wine-focussed style, so sip along as you feast on some of the region’s most delectable dishes. 

Caves Road Corner, Tom Cullity Drive, Cowaramup 

Wills Domain 

Perched on a ridge overlooking the sun-drenched vineyards of Margaret River, this bright, beautiful winery invites you to sip and savour meticulously crafted dishes, wines and cocktails that are as visually stunning as they are delicious. The menu at Wills Domain draws inspiration from the surrounding, lush landscapes, with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and innovative techniques for food that is crafted to perfection. The house wines are sustainable, award-winning and every bit as exceptional as the setting.

17 Brash Road, Yallingup 

Yarri 

The enthusiasm of the team at Yarri for the most beautiful of Western Australian ingredients – from garden-picked herbs, fruit and veggies, to ethically-sourced meat and seafood – is abundantly clear. With an effortlessly stylish ambiance and welcoming service, Yarri is the place to go to celebrate good food and company. If you’re in Dunsborough, this is certainly not to be missed as an exceptional dining experience. 

Unit 7/16 Cyrillean Way, Dunsborough  

Keen to experience more of the South West after exploring this far flung dining destinations outside of Perth? Check out our travel guide for the best things to do in Margaret River, or swoon over our list of romantic getaways. 

Writer

Dani Meager

23 April 2025

Dani Meager is a writer from sunny Perth, where she specialises in lifestyle content that captures the unique vibe of WA. With a Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) and over a decade of experience in the media industry, Dani now writes for various digital publications. Off the clock, she’s either embracing the chaos of mum-life or soaking up a WA sunset with a spicy margarita and a plate of something delicious.